Help Hatem and his family survive in Gaza

Hi Everyone! My name is Meitav Aaron from Chicago and I am organizing a fundraiser for my friend Hatem and his family who are currently displaced in Rafah during Israel's ongoing genocide. Hatem and I met over social media back in 2021 and have remained in contact since then, talking nearly every day and helping to raise resources for Hatem and his extended family, including his two beautiful children Adam and Alma (pictured), wife, parents, and siblings. After October 7th, Hatem and his family were displaced from their home in Khan Yunis and fled south, eventually making their way to Rafah where they are currently living in a single tent (after the IOF invasion of Rafah, please see the recent update posted below this).

They have all gone through immense pain and are in desperate need of basic resources to continue to survive in Gaza. As some of you may know, the prices for food and other basic necessities in Gaza have become astronomical and Hatem is in dire need of financial support for the survival of him and his family. We are also hoping to raise enough money for the long-term goal of repairing his house in Khan Yunis which was severely damaged by Israeli bombing.

Any donation, share (especially with wealthy family and friends), and blessing is appreciated. Mutual aid is a crucial resource in supporting Palestinians in their continued struggle against this ongoing genocide. All funds will be collected and then sent to Hatem through Paypal.

Below is a message from Hatem:

"We came to life in order to live in safety, calm and peace. Today we live in fear, terror and anxiety as a result of the siege and war. I created this to raise money. We must start now so that my family can provide food and blankets, provide the necessary needs in Ramadan and rebuild the house. I humbly and kindly ask for your help in this. Please help my family and let us reach our goal by donating and sharing the link with your family and friends. I wish I didn't have to ask for help, but as you know, we are desperate in Gaza. I sincerely thank you from the bottom of my heart for your understanding and continued support."